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The Slender Thread (1965)
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Alan is a Seattle college student volunteering at a crisis center. One night when at the clinic alone, a woman calls up the number and tells Alan that she needs to talk to someone. She informs Alan she took a load of pills, and he secretly tries to get help. During this time, he learns more about the woman, her family life, and why she wants to die. Can Alan get the cavalry to save her in time before it's too late?.
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Worth tryingCharacter-driven
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneCharacter-driven
ExperienceDetail-driven engagement
What to expect from this title?Expect a lighter watch that runs on dialogue, chemistry, and day-to-day situations more than escalation.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
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SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Serious themes
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🧾 Quick take
Viewer insight The Slender Thread is a 1965 film in the Drama category from United States. Directed by Sydney Pollack. Starring Sidney Poitier and Anne Bancroft. Runtime: about 98 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 7.1/10.
Genre: Drama, Released in 1965, Original language: English, Production: United States, Runtime: about 98 minutes, Starring Sidney Poitier and Anne Bancroft.
Runtime
98 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew

Sidney Poitier
Alan Newell

Anne Bancroft
Inga Dyson

Telly Savalas
Dr. Joe Coburn

Steven Hill
Mark Dyson

Ed Asner
Det. Judd Ridley

Indus Arthur
Marian

Paul Newlan
Sgt. Harry Ward

Dabney Coleman
Charlie
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H.M. Wynant
Doctor Morris

Robert F. Hoy
Patrolman Steve Peters

Greg Jarvis
Chris Dyson

Jason Wingreen
Medical Technician

Marjorie Nelson
Mrs. Thomas

Steven Marlo
Arthur Foss
Director: Sydney Pollack
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1What is movie The Slender Thread (1965)?
It is a movie released in 1965 within the Drama category.
2What is the story of The Slender Thread?
The Slender Thread (1965) is a movie in the Drama category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch The Slender Thread online?
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4What is the rating of The Slender Thread?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 7.1/10 based on 52 ratings.
5What is the runtime of The Slender Thread?
Its runtime is about 98 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is The Slender Thread best suited for?
A grounded dramatic watch where the emotional payoff grows scene by scene and feels strongest once it settles in.
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